Priyadarshan reveals his advice to Saif Ali Khan for playing a visually challenged man in 'Haiwaan' without exaggeration: 'No overacting, open your eyes completely, do not blink and think in your mind that you can't see'

Saif Ali Khan's role in 'Haiwaan' has emerged as one of the biggest talking points since the film's trailer dropped, with the actor taking on a visually challenged character for the first time in his career. As the target of Akshay Kumar's character, Saif's part demanded significant preparation. Priyadarshan directed him away from conventional, often theatrical portrayals of blindness. Instead, he advised Saif to 'open your eyes completely, do not blink, and think in your mind that you can't see.' Saif reportedly found this advice transformative, calling it the best he had ever received. The director explained that his approach was rooted in real-world observations, noting that visually impaired individuals often exhibit confidence and rely on senses like sound and smell. Priyadarshan emphasized that Saif's performance should reflect this confidence, avoiding overacting. The film's trailer hints at a high-stakes confrontation between Akshay Kumar's character and Saif's visually challenged protagonist. 'Haiwaan' is set for release on September 11, reuniting Akshay Kumar with director Priyadarshan and introducing Saif Ali Khan to a new challenge.